Client Accounting Services Operations Assistant

abip CPAs & Advisors; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

abip CPAs & Advisors, a growing San Antonio CPA firm, seeks a detail-oriented Client Accounting Services Operations Assistant to support daily bookkeeping, monthly closes, and client data management. You will help ensure smooth CAS workflows and deliver high-quality service to small business clients.

Responsibilities include processing A/R and A/P, bank reconciliations, document organization, and assisting with month-end close tasks.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of bookkeeping or accounting support experience, preferably in a CPA firm or professional services.
• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent work history.
• Proficiency in Excel and cloud-based accounting software; familiarity with paperless office systems.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; local presence in the San Antonio area.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and receivable, perform bank and card reconciliations, and maintain general ledgers.
• Organize client source documents, track recurring engagement deadlines, and assist with month-end/ year-end close tasks.
• Serve as a point of contact for routine client inquiries regarding documents and portal navigation.
• Maintain accurate records in practice management software and cloud accounting platforms such as QuickBooks Online and Xero.

Skills

Client bookkeeping

Excel proficiency

Cloud accounting software

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Associate degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Xero

Paperless office systems

Job description

A growing San Antonio CPA firm seeks a detail-oriented Client Accounting Services Operations Assistant to support daily bookkeeping, monthly closes, and client data management. This role ensures smooth workflow operations for the CAS team and delivers high-quality service to small business clients.

Responsibilities

• Client Bookkeeping: Process accounts payable and receivable, handle bank and credit card reconciliations, and maintain general ledgers.
• Workflow Support: Organize client source documents, track recurring engagement deadlines, and assist with month-end and year-end close tasks.
• Client Communication: Act as a helpful point of contact for routine client inquiries regarding document requests and financial portal navigation.
• Operations & Tech: Maintain accurate records in practice management software and cloud accounting platforms (e.g., QuickBooks Online, Xero).

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: 1 to 3 years of general bookkeeping or accounting support experience, ideally within a CPA firm or professional services environment.
• Education: Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent work history.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and cloud-based accounting software; familiarity with paperless office systems.
• Soft Skills: Strong organizational skills, clear written and verbal communication, and a local presence in the San Antonio area.